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Year-Long National Knowledge Initiative • 2026-2027

CETLS, IIIT HYDERABAD × EKSAQ

AI in Education Roundtable Conference

Shaping the Future of AI in Indian Education: A year-long collaborative effort bringing together policymakers, regulators, researchers, education leaders, and industry experts to explore how artificial intelligence can meaningfully support learning in India.

Date 24 November 2026 Tentative • Date to be confirmed

Venue New Delhi, India IIC or IHC • Venue to be confirmed

Format By Invitation Only Curated Dialogue • Approx. 3 Hours

Convened By CETLS × EKSAQ Moderated by Prof. Praveen Garimella

The Delhi Roundtable Conference

The Delhi Roundtable marks the national launch of the year-long AI in Education Knowledge Initiative, jointly convened by the Centre for Education Technology and Learning Sciences (CETLS), IIIT Hyderabad, and EKSAQ.

It will bring together approximately 35 senior policymakers, regulators, researchers, and education leaders in a curated, in-person dialogue moderated by Prof. Praveen Garimella (CETLS, IIIT Hyderabad).

“The central question is not simply what AI can do, but how it can strengthen learning, support teachers and advance meaningful human development — while keeping teachers, students and sound educational judgement at the centre.”

Rather than a product showcase, the conference is designed as a high-level forum for informed deliberation, shared learning, and the formulation of actionable, evidence-informed recommendations for India's education ecosystem under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

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Roundtable Conference Hall Venue - New Delhi

Delhi Roundtable Venue Curated In-Person Deliberation • New Delhi

About the Convening Institutions

A synergistic partnership bridging cutting-edge learning science research and practical school ground realities.

RESEARCH & ACADEMIA

IIIT HYDERABAD International Institute of Information Technology

Centre for Education Technology and Learning Sciences (CETLS), IIIT Hyderabad

CETLS brings academic perspectives in learning sciences, cognitive science, and educational technology to the initiative, supporting rigorous inquiry into how artificial intelligence can contribute to meaningful, human-centered learning in Indian education.

PRACTICE & CLASSROOM IMPACT

EKSAQ

EKSAQ India Private Limited

EKSAQ contributes practical, ground-level experience from working directly with schools, educators, and students on personalized learning, competency-based assessment, and classroom practice — connecting research-led discussions with the realities of education delivery.

Key Themes for Deliberation

Five foundational pillars guiding the national dialogue and subsequent regional editions.

The Purpose of Education in the Age of AI

Rethinking the fundamental purpose and priorities of education as artificial intelligence transforms how knowledge is created, accessed, synthesized, and applied in the modern world.

Teaching, Learning & the Evolving Role of Educators

Exploring how AI can support teachers, strengthen classroom pedagogy, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance student learning outcomes without diminishing the human core of teaching.

Human Development and Curriculum

Examining the profound implications of AI for curriculum design, cognitive development, metacognitive thinking, critical inquiry, and the holistic capabilities learners need for the future.

Responsible and Ethical AI

Discussing responsible adoption, ethical frameworks, algorithmic fairness, transparent evaluations, appropriate safeguards, and the uncompromising protection of student data and privacy.

Equity, Access and the Future of Schools

Considering equitable access to AI-enabled learning tools across diverse socio-economic strata, the future structure of schools, and the policy frameworks needed for inclusive nationwide adoption.

Invited Dignitaries & Stakeholder Cohort

Approximately 35 senior dignitaries and experts convened across eight pivotal stakeholder groups.

35 Selected Delegates

GROUP 01 5 Dignitaries

Central Government & Education Policymakers

Members of Parliament and representatives of parliamentary education committees.

GROUP 02 6 Dignitaries

Regulators & Education Boards

Leadership from CBSE, UGC, AICTE, NCTE, NETF; DG, NTA / Head, PARAKH.

GROUP 03 4 Dignitaries

Research & Curriculum Institutions

Director, NCERT; Vice-Chancellor, NIEPA; Head, CETLS; National research institution leadership.

GROUP 04 3 Dignitaries

Policy & Digital Education

NITI Aayog and senior officials for digital education and AI in education policy.

GROUP 05 4 Dignitaries

State Education Authorities

State Secretary and Director of School Education; SPD, Samagra Shiksha; SCERT / FLN Mission heads.

GROUP 06 4 Dignitaries

Higher Education and AI

Heads of leading IIITs and universities; Leading AI and learning sciences researchers.

GROUP 07 6 Dignitaries

School Leadership

CBSE Sahodaya Complex and Regional Office; School associations and networks; Principals and Academic Directors.

GROUP 08 3 Dignitaries

Media & Discourse

Senior and education editors; Journalists covering education policy; National business and education media.

Participation is by invitation only. The stakeholder categories above reflect the proposed invitee profile and do not imply confirmed individual attendance.

From Dialogue to National Impact

A structured methodology that translates multi-stakeholder deliberations into measurable systemic transformation.

Dialogue

Bring diverse perspectives together through curated, high-level roundtable engagements across India.

Knowledge

Consolidate multidisciplinary insights from academic research, policy frameworks, and classroom practice.

Evidence

Identify grounded field findings, implementation bottlenecks, data observations, and policy priorities.

Outcomes

Develop actionable, evidence-based recommendations tailored for institutional decision-makers and educators.

Impact

Contribute to responsible, equitable, ethical, and meaningful AI adoption across India's K-12 ecosystem.

Key Outcomes for Policy & Governance

Direct tangible contributions intended for national guidance, regulatory boards, and state education departments.

Evidence for Policy

Ground-level evidence on AI usage and learning impact in schools to inform policy decisions and National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 implementation.

Responsible AI Framework

Inputs towards comprehensive national guidance on safe, ethical, and equitable AI use, including student data privacy and algorithmic transparency.

Teacher Readiness

Concrete recommendations for pre-service and in-service teacher education and continuous professional development for AI-enabled classrooms.

Centre–State Alignment

A shared strategic agenda across the Ministry, regulators, and States, carried forward to regional roundtable editions in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

National White Paper • Target: September 2027

A National Publication on AI in Education

The insights, deliberations, and evidence-informed recommendations emerging from the year-long initiative will be consolidated into a comprehensive white paper and national publication in September 2027.

The publication is intended to offer actionable recommendations for the Ministry of Education, regulatory bodies, and State governments, informed by deliberations across research, policy, technology, and real-world school practice.

White Paper Sept 2027

Help Shape the Future of AI in Education

Join a focused national dialogue on the opportunities, responsibilities, and policy choices that will shape the role of artificial intelligence in Indian education.

AI in Education Roundtable Conference • New Delhi • November 2026 (Tentative) • CETLS, IIIT Hyderabad × EKSAQ